1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 42 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 740 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |
