2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | Convertible |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |