1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,495 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTA | 550 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |