1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 BMW 600
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 490 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 BMW 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV | 600 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1710 mm |