1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | 330 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |