1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | SZ | 330 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |