1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bianchina | CL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
