1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 494 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
