1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1995 BMW 330

To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 605 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 330 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 1995 BMW 330
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model GTA 330
Year Released 1968 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2793 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 96 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 280 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2710 mm


 

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