1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1552 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 808 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | CL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | TBD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2955 mm |
