1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 20 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 313 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | 330 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |