1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |