1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,986 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Coupe | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | E |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |