1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2004 BMW 118
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 287 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (191 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2004 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Caimano | 118 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
