1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 700 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 75 | SL |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |