1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (185 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2710 mm |
