1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 430 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | RZ | 335 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
