1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 338 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (141 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1959 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfetta | 700 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 697 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2130 mm |
