1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Alfa 6 | E |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
