1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400

To start off, both 1991 Innocenti 990 and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 1294 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Innocenti 990 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
Make Innocenti Mercedes-Benz
Model 990 400
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 992 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 51 HP 286 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 78.9 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 2004 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 5220 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 3150 mm


 

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