1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1970 Abarth 595 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 805 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 595 | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |
