1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1966 BMW 1602
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1966 BMW 1602 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 1602 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 46 L |
