1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dino | CL |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |