1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 417 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 920 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 33 | Alpina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
