1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 465 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 (571 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2600 | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
