1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1994 BMW M3

To start off, both 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ and 1994 BMW M3 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Alfa Romeo RZ 1994 BMW M3
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model RZ M3
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 2990 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1370 mm


 

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