1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 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 309 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | CL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2954 mm |
