1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
