1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 493 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 75 | E |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |