1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 39 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), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 895 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.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 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 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | X3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
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 | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |