1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. Both 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 and 2009 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
