1963 Fiat Berline vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 655 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Berline | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berline | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2874 mm |
