1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 15 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 24 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | SZ | 325 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
