1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1976 BMW 3.3
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1976 BMW 3.3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 90 | 3.3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 78 L |