1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfasud | X5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
