1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 301 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M 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 | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 33 | M |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
