1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 48 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 495 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1961 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1961 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Innocenti 950 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 950 | S |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3170 mm |