2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (406 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (509 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | 520 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 406 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |