1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | 530 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |