1975 BMW 315 vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 315. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 315 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1975 BMW 315 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 315. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 315 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
