1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1966 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | 300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
