1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV6 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
