1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1992 BMW 525

To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1992 BMW 525 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Alfa Romeo 75 1992 BMW 525
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model 75 525
Year Released 1992 1992
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1569 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 103 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1400 mm


 

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