1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1990 BMW 518
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1990 BMW 518 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | 518 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |