1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1996 BMW Z3
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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 SZ (245 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1996 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | SZ | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
