1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | E500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
