1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 682 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cuneo | S |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |