1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 695 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
