1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1965 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2600 | S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
