1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 905 kg more than 1966 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 781 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2600 | S |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3165 mm |