1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2008 BMW X5

To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 38 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1230 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.

Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Alfa Romeo Junior 2008 BMW X5
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Junior X5
Year Released 1970 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 4799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 351 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 475 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2940 mm


 

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