1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 18 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, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 164 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
