1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1984 BMW 725
To start off, 1984 BMW 725 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1984 BMW 725 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 725 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
