1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (617 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | GL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3075 mm |
