1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfa 6 | Touring |
Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |