1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 38 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. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 783 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 640 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2855 mm |
