1953 Fiat V8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1953 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1953 Fiat V8. 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat V8 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat V8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 | S |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3170 mm |
