1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | 500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 111 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 120 L |