1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 928 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
