1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 27 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, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 182 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, 2011 BMW 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 2011 BMW 125 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. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV6 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| 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 | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
