1954 Fiat V8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 490 kg more than 1954 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat V8 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat V8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
