1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1964 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2600 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 95 L |
