1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1972 BMW 3
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1972 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
