1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 579 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfasud | 325 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |