1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 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 | 2011 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Eagle | 320 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |