1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2007 BMW 320

To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Alfa Romeo Junior 2007 BMW 320
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Junior 320
Year Released 1970 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2770 mm


 

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