1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1800 | S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
