1989 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, both 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ and 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 108 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ. (244 Nm). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RZ | 300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 231 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
