1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. Both 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 and 2009 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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 120 (350 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
