1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (232 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
