1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Alfa 6 | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |