1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
