1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 23 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 818 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 30 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, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 865 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera 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 | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
Model | 75 | Agera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |