1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 34 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. Both 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 and 2008 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 333 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, 2008 BMW 118 (190 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
