1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2012 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 760 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
