1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 BMW 316
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 18 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 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 52 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 316 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
