1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 559 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Alfa 6 | CL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
