1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 596 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | M3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
