1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E.
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.
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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1974 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6C | E |
Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |