1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 810 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTA | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
