1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | R |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3216 mm |