1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
