1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 955 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 33 | CL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 800 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2029 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |