1990 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SZ | C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
