1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1984 BMW 628
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1984 BMW 628 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 628 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |