1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 34 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 716 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, 2005 BMW 630 (300 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 630 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 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Caimano | 630 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
