1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 40 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 515 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, 2008 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 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 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | 525 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |