2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 710 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | S | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
