1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1987 BMW 750 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | SZ | 750 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 4986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 120 L |