1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 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 21 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 313 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 75 | C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
