1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 BMW 317
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 317 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 317 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1995 BMW 317 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 317 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
