1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2006 BMW 760
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2006 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV6 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
