1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1993 BMW 520

To start off, 1993 BMW 520 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 520 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1993 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Alfa Romeo GT 1993 BMW 520
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model GT 520
Year Released 1969 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1990 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 103 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1400 mm


 

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