1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2009 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 1750 | X5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |