1966 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Grand Break | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Break | CLS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
