1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 300 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2510 mm |
