1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 811 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2300 | CL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
