1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 960 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
