1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1967 Innocenti A 40.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1967 Innocenti A 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Innocenti A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Innocenti A 40 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |