2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 BMW 740
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 BMW 740 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 740 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
