1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 870 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2111 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 88 L |
