1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 39 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 865 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, 2007 BMW M3 (366 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M3 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 | 2007 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTA | M3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |