1991 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | 325 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |