1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 26 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 918 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 75 | M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2915 mm |
