1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is newer by 22 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 92 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 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 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider | 260 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
