1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | E |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |