1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 2242 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Coupe has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
