1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | 520 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |