2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1966 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | CLS | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
