1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (401 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GTA | E |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |