1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 8 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 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1979 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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 750 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 | 1987 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 750 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 120 L |
