1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 BMW 850
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 902 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 BMW 850 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfasud | 850 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |