1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 24 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 325 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 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
