1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
