1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 266 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider | CW |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
