1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 24 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2009 BMW 116 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 90 | 116 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |