1961 Fiat Grand Break 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 Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break 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 Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 756 kg more than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Break | CL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 88 L |
