1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 BMW 750
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1999 BMW 750 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | 750 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3080 mm |