1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3050 mm |
