1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 530 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 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Caimano | 530 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 540 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2968 mm |