1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 BMW 530

To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.

Because 2011 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 2011 BMW 530
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Alfasud 530
Year Released 1973 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1186 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 59 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 160 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4907 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1462 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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