1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 33 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
