1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 48 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 926 kg more than 1963 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 779 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2600 | S |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |