1992 BMW 332 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 332 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
