1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTV | 500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
