1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1981 BMW 628
To start off, 1981 BMW 628 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1981 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1981 BMW 628 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | 628 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |