1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1100 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:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |
