1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 33 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Navajo | 335 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
