1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 100 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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 75 | C |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |