1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 225 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 280 | 90 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |