1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 897 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1999 BMW 740 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Carabo | 740 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 419 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2940 mm |