1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 526 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 891 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1500 | SL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 605 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |