1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 530 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 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 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | 335 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |