1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1750 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
