1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 525 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
