1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1344 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2400 | 500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 120 L |