1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (178 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 90 | 220 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |