1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 718 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 856 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulietta | CL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |
