2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1608 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
