1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Berlina | 330 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 93 L |
