1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 435 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.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 120 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
