1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 39 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | CL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | TBD |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2955 mm |
