1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1020 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | S |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |