1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 346 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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV | 320 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |