1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2006 BMW 650
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 16 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 705 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 2006 BMW 650. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 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 | 2006 BMW 650 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 | 650 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |