1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | 600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 6329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3910 mm |
