1965 Innocenti A40S vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 985 kg more than 1965 Innocenti A40S. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti A40S has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti A40S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Innocenti A40S | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A40S | E |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |