1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 BMW 525
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 901 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 525 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 2000 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfasud | 525 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |