1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Alfetta | 280 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
