1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 60 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1091 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1900 | S |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3165 mm |
