1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 BMW 550

To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Alfa Romeo GTV 2007 BMW 550
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model GTV 550
Year Released 1995 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 362 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 491 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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