1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 21 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 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 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 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
