1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfasud | X5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
