1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 1 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 164 | SC |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |