1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2012 BMW 750

To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Alfa Romeo Arna 2012 BMW 750
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Arna 750
Year Released 1983 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1186 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 2205 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 5215 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1479 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 3211 mm


 

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