1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider | 280 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 95 L |
