1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 270 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 75 | CLK |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2683 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 68.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |