1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 BMW 316
To start off, 1995 BMW 316 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 101 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 316 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1995 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 316 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
