1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1966 BMW 1600
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 106 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1966 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
