1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (149 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 475 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2600 | C |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |