2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GT and 2009 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW Z4. 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 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.2 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 | 1365 kg | 1525 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 | 8.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |