1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP) has 516 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1785 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 767 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Abarth 500 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | S |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 536 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |