1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 625 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 2009 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 75 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 501 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
