2005 BMW 325 vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 325 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
