2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
