1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (182 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfasud | X5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |