1961 Fiat Berline 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 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline.
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 (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berline | CLS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
