1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 1998 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
