1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (208 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (526 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 90 | E |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 526 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |