1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1782 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caimano | CL |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |