1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 BMW 502
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 502 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 502 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
