1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 BMW 316

To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo GT 2008 BMW 316
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model GT 316
Year Released 1967 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 170 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 984 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 63 L


 

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