1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 BMW 760

To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 30 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 990 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, 2009 BMW 760 (600 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 760 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 2009 BMW 760
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model GTV 760
Year Released 1979 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 5971 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 128 HP 439 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 600 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 80 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 2090 kg
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 88 L


 

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