1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 460 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 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 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | Z4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |