1989 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ. (244 Nm). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RZ | 500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
