1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 BMW 330

To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Alfa Romeo 33 2005 BMW 330
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model 33 330
Year Released 1984 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1351 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L