1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 BMW X6
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 40 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1355 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.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 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 | 2009 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTA | X6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |
