1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 605 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat Dino has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat Dino 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model Dino C
Year Released 1967 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 160 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 57 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 204 km/hour 241 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 62 L


 

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