2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2009 BMW 523 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2009 BMW 523 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 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 BMW 523 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV | 523 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |