1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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 CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 829 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1750 | CL |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1428 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2955 mm |