1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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 Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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 196 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 692 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 840 (400 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 840 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 840 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Caimano | 840 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
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 |