1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 979 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 (311 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulietta | E |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |