1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulia | CLS |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |