1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Arna | 330 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |