1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 986 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW M3 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 2013 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfasud | M3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
