1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1996 BMW 525
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 537 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1996 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 525 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
