1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV | 135 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |