1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 1998 BMW 325
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer significantly more control. 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 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 1998 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Sportut | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
