1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1953 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 600 (580 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 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 |
