1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 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. 2012 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | AR 51 | 550 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2968 mm |