1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Coupe | 330 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |