1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1987 BMW 320
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate and 1987 BMW 320 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 32 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 320 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 | 1987 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Graduate | 320 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
