1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | Touring |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |