1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 336 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | 325 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 7.3 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 | 1260 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |