1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (225 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 75 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
