1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 734 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | SL |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
