1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 54 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 720 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 8V | E |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
