1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 27 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 (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 90 | 335 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |