1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 550 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 930 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | SL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2585 mm |
