1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 250 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
