1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 BMW 330

To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 2007 BMW 330
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Alfasud 330
Year Released 1978 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1186 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 153 km/hour 233 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 61 L


 

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