1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | SC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
