1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 40 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 1028 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, 2008 BMW X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 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 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTA | X3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 67 L |