1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 300 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
