1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1987 BMW 324
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1987 BMW 324 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | 324 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |