1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 15 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 960 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 33 | CL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
