2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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 CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo has manual transmission. 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
Model | CLS | Spider Turismo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6207 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2160 mm |