1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 120 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
