1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2002 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Cuneo | 330 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |