1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | 550 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4799 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |