2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 BMW 530
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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 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 179 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530.
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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 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 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 406 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |