1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 19 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 860 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 82 L |
