1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 24 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RZ | 230 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
