1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1979 BMW 725
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1979 BMW 725 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 725 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |