1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1994 BMW 750
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1994 BMW 750 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Arna | 750 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2940 mm |