1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2005 BMW 748
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 748 (500 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2005 BMW 748 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfetta | 748 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1910 kg |
