1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1997 BMW S3
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 118 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, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 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 | 1997 BMW S3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 90 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
