1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 31 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | Z4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |