1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 90 | 220 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72.8 mm |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |