1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 710 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |