1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 21 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 270 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 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 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 7 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 | 1220 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
