1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2009 BMW 330

To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Alfa Romeo Junior 2009 BMW 330
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Junior 330
Year Released 1972 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1675 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2770 mm