2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 4 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 655 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.
Because 2009 BMW M5 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 2009 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 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 | 2009 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | M5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
