1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 1997 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1991 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, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1997 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | SZ | 730 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |