1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |
