1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 75 | E |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 68.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |