1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 33 | 700 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
