1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | 240 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3430 mm |