1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1994 BMW M3
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1994 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Caimano | M3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
