1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. (195 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 (358 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 155 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
