1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1990 BMW 316

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.

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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo 1990 BMW 316
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Navajo 316
Year Released 1976 1990
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 8800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 141 Nm
Torque RPM 7000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 870 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2580 mm


 

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