1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | X6 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |