1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 34 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 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 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Eagle | 535 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
