2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 645 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1971 BMW Touring | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Brera | Touring |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |