1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 226 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2600 | E |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |