2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
