1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 23 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 45 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 260 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, 2004 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 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 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV6 | 318 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |