1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 BMW 760

To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 17 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 880 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Alfa Romeo 75 2003 BMW 760
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model 75 760
Year Released 1986 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 5972 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 156 HP 440 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68.3 mm 80 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3000 mm


 

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