1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1964 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTA | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
