1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 745 kg more than 1962 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Appia | CL |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 88 L |