1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola.
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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Nuvola | 750 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3211 mm |