1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 315 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.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 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 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Alfa 6 | E |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |