2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Abarth Grande Punto would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grande Punto | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
