1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 33 | CL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |