1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2600 | 320 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |