1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 776 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cabriolet | 500 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |