1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 37 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 650 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1750 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 89 L |
