1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
