1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 113 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2600 | E |
Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |