1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 585 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, 2009 BMW 318 (201 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 318 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 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTA | 318 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 201 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |