1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 21 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 289 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 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 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
