1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 (196 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2525 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
