2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1992 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1992 BMW 520 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 1992 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1992 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 520 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
