1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 BMW M
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 29 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 2007 BMW M. 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M 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 | 2007 BMW M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfasud | M |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |