1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 24 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | 120 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |