1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 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 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 866 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 2012 BMW 730. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2012 BMW 730 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. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 | 730 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |