1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1974 BMW 518
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 518 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1974 BMW 518 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 1974 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1974 BMW 518 (146 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (129 Nm). This means 1974 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1974 BMW 518 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 33 | 518 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
