1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1990 BMW M3

To start off, both 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1990 BMW M3 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.

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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alfa Romeo 75 1990 BMW M3
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model 75 M3
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 2467 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 189 HP 234 HP
Torque 251 Nm 240 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2570 mm


 

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