1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 15 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, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 5 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 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 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | RZ | 525 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
