1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (204 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6C | 190 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
