1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 37 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1288 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 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 2013 BMW 7 Series
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Alfasud 7 Series
Year Released 1976 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1186 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 439 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 651 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 864 kg 2152 kg
Vehicle Length 3900 mm 5074 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 2134 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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