1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 23 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 765 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
