1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2008 BMW 323
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 323 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 BMW 323 (230 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2008 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Junior | 323 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
