1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1200 | CL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 88 L |
