1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 17 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. 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, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | RZ | 125 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
