1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2006 BMW 650
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 38 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 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 | 2006 BMW 650 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Carabo | 650 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |