1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano weights approximately 18 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (191 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1974 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Caimano | Touring |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
