1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 16 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 235 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 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 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 90 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |
