1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1297 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. 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 S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3040 mm |
