1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1996 BMW 535
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 25 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1996 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Caimano | 535 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
