2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grande Punto | 420 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
