1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2007 BMW 730
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 39 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 927 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, 2007 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2007 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Carabo | 730 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 88 L |