1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 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 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 335 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
