1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1999 BMW V12
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1999 BMW V12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Eagle | V12 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 909 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
