2001 BMW Z22 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 2001 BMW Z22 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,169 cc, 2001 BMW Z22 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z22 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (189 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z22 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z22 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2001 BMW Z22 (350 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (251 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z22 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z22 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Z22 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2959 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1305 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
