1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (277 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1750 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
