1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 |
