1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2001 BMW L7
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 30 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 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW L7 weights approximately 502 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, 2001 BMW L7 (350 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 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 | 2001 BMW L7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Caimano | L7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1550 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
