2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brera | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
