1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 39 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1190 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.
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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | 550 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3071 mm |