1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 2006 BMW 550
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 19 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 475 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 550 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 | 2006 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Graduate | 550 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
