2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,172 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 530 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3172 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
