1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 57 L |
