1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1996 BMW 535
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1996 BMW 535 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | 535 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |