1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2009 BMW 528
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 19 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2009 BMW 528 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | SZ | 528 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |