1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
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 (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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:
1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | S |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |