1964 Abarth 750 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (260 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
