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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 135 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
