1987 BMW 320 vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 320 | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 320 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |