1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 22 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 33 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
