1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 675 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 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 535 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 90 | 535 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |