1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1957 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
