1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 40 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. Both 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe and 2009 BMW 320 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 320 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
