1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 46 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1248 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | CL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
