1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2000 BMW M3
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 15 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 320 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 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 | 2000 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 90 | M3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |