1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1400 | S |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3165 mm |