1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV6 | 120 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |