1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | SZ | 530 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |