1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1959 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
