1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2006 BMW 750
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 30 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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, 2006 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 2006 BMW 750 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. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2006 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Navajo | 750 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3130 mm |
