1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 812 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2200 | CL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |