1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2005 BMW 760
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2005 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1900 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
