1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2600 | E |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 630 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |