1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 590 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
