1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 330 (315 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 330 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
