1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 21 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 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 46 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 2011 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 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 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | 118 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |