1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 870 kg more than 1961 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulietta | CL |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |