1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 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 | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Brilliance |
Model | Eagle | BS6 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |