1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 605 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 828 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat Dino has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
