1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1957 BMW 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | 600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 2910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1710 mm |