1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 28 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 28 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 202 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV6 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
