1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1862 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Junior | CL |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2960 mm |