1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 55 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berline | E |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
