1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 25 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 405 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2012 BMW M3 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 | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Graduate | M3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
