1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV6 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
