1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 920 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1200 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 97 L |
