1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2002 BMW 320
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 21 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 320 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2002 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV6 | 320 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |