1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 835 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.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | 6 series |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |