1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTV | CL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 88 L |
