2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo GT and 2007 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 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 2007 BMW Z4. 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 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | Z4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |