1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berline | 450 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |