1983 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. (203 Nm). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTV | 500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 326 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
