1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 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 M5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | M5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1455 mm |
