1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1999 BMW X5
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 1394 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1999 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTA | X5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 93 L |
