1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1986 BMW M5
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 BMW M5. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 649 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1986 BMW M5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Navajo | M5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |