1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1431 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Appia | CL |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |