1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 BMW M6
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 35 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 815 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 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 | 2004 BMW M6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | M6 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |