1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1150 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 CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
