1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2009 BMW 125

To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 35 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 278 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Alfetta 125
Year Released 1974 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 122 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.2:1
Top Speed 182 km/hour 245 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1048 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 53 L


 

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