1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
