1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | 300 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |