1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 BMW 507
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 BMW 507 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV | 507 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 110 L |