1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 35 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | 550 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |