1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 510 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 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 335 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | 335 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |