1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | 600 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3910 mm |