1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 567 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cuneo | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
