1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 804 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 E (699 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caimano | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2875 mm |
