1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 BMW 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 2009 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2009 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTA | 323 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |