1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTV6 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2525 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
