1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2006 BMW 650
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 35 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 682 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2006 BMW 650 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Caimano | 650 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 488 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |