1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1986 BMW M3
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1986 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | M3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2570 mm |