1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 14 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (225 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
