1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1975 BMW 315
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 315. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 315 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1975 BMW 315 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 1975 BMW 315. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1975 BMW 315 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 33 | 315 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
