1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 997 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfasud | X5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 92 L |
