1976 Alfa Romeo GT 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 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Alfa Romeo GT 2007 BMW Z4
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model GT Z4
Year Released 1976 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 88 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7900 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 55 L


 

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