1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 | Touring |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |