1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 21 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 92 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 110 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, 2011 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 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 | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | SZ | 116 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |