1953 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 60 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6C | C |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
