1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 836 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
