1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1987 BMW 320
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1976 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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1987 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | 320 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |