1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1962 BMW 700
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1962 BMW 700 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTA | 700 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |