1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1998 BMW 728
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 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 | 1998 BMW 728 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | RZ | 728 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
