1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo 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 Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 425 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Navajo | Z4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |