1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1959 Fiat 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 776 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | SL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |