1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTA | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
