1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1968 BMW 2002
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1968 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
