1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2003 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | M3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |