2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 BMW 760
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 760 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 2005 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 760 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 20.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
