1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 2008 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Scarabeo | M3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
