1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 20 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 780 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 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 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 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 | X3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4569 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |