2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | CL | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |