1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1986 BMW 735

To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna and 1986 BMW 735 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 836 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 BMW 735 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 BMW 735 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Alfa Romeo Arna 1986 BMW 735
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Arna 735
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1185 cc 3453 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1686 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2840 mm


 

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