1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | 740 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |