1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 BMW M5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | M5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |