1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 795 kg more than 1965 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | E |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
