1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 17 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 535 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 2007 BMW 318. 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, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 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 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 | 318 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |