1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 BMW 840 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfasud | 840 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
