1964 Abarth 1000 GT vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 219
To start off, 1964 Abarth 1000 GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 219. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 219 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 219 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 219 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1964 Abarth 1000 GT.
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.
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1964 Abarth 1000 GT | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 219 | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1000 GT | 219 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |