1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 380 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 75 | E |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |