1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 492 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2400 | 350 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 65.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
