1965 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Grand Break.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Grand Break | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Break | R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
