1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1998 BMW V12
To start off, 1998 BMW V12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW V12 weights approximately 824 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 769 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1998 BMW V12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTA | V12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 909 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
