1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTA | 535 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |