1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 BMW 332
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 BMW 332 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV | 332 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |