1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 785 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1900 | E |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1883 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |