1984 Fiat Argenta vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 694 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Argenta | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Argenta | S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
