1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
