1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2003 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 164 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
