1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 35 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SZ | 230 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |