1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 28 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 965 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 | X3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |