1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1998 BMW 328
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1998 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV6 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
