1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 | X3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |