1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 22 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 510 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Graduate | 530 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
