1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1984 BMW 725
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
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, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1984 BMW 725 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Graduate | 725 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
