1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
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, 1998 BMW 318 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1998 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Eagle | 318 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |