1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 120 L |
