1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 60 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (5 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 611 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 8V has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 8V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1952 Fiat 8V | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 8V | SLK |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 5 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |