1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 960 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 950 | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2720 mm |
