1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1963 BMW 700
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 378 kg more than 1963 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 GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1963 BMW 700 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV | 700 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |