1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider | S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3170 mm |
