1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (264 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 164 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
