1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 395 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 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 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 75 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
