1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 885 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | CL |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 99 L |