1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 25 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 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV6 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
