1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 40 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), 2012 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 316 weights approximately 469 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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 316 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 | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | 316 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |