1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1992 BMW 538
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 5 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 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 580 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 538 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 | 1992 BMW 538 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Graduate | 538 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 341 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
