1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2007 BMW Z4

To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Alfa Romeo Junior 2007 BMW Z4
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Junior Z4
Year Released 1968 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 103 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1362 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2500 mm


 

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