1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1960 Innocenti 950. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1960 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1960 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Innocenti 950 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 950 | E |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
