1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (571 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | E |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
