1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2004 BMW M5
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 29 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 888 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 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 | 2004 BMW M5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Eagle | M5 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |