1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 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 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 504 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2400 | E |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |