1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1986 BMW 325
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 BMW 325. 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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1986 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfa 6 | 325 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |