1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 (245 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
