1952 Fiat 8V vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 590 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 8V | S |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
