2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
Model | C | 2600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |