1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 457 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caimano | C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
