1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1993 BMW 518
To start off, 1993 BMW 518 is newer by 6 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1993 BMW 518. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 BMW 518. 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, 1993 BMW 518 (165 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 518 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 | 1993 BMW 518 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Graduate | 518 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1160 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 |
