1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 21 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 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1090 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTV | ML |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
