1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 682 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2200 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
