1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SZ | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 120 L |
