1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 48 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1050 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulia | S |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3165 mm |