1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 1750 | 335 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |