1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 418 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | 300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
