1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 24 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 600 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 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 | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | Z9 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3060 mm |