1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 836 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V, 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, both vehicles can yield 210 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 75 | V |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |