1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monomille | CLS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
