1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 820 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.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | X3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |