1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 38 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 2012 BMW 320 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 320 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 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
