1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfasud | X5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
