1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 13 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 466 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 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 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 33 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
