1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Alfa 6 | 250 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |