1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1988 BMW 535
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 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, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1988 BMW 535 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 | 1988 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Graduate | 535 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
