1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 190 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |