1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | RZ | 523 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
