1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 946 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 5980 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
