1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2004 BMW 545
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 782 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2004 BMW 545 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | 545 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |