1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 46 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1130 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
