1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, both 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 33 | 250 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |