1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 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 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
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 S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 912 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5980 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3170 mm |
