1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2000 BMW M3
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 480 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 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 | 2000 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 75 | M3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |