1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 361 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | M3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |