1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm) has 807 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caimano | SL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 998 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
