1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 39 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), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 567 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 123 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 | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Caimano | 123 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
