1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 20 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 602 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, 2006 BMW 330 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (225 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 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 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
