1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2007 BMW 323
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 2007 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2007 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | 323 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |