1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1301 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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 SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | SL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2570 mm |
