1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 BMW 318
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1995 BMW 318 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1995 BMW 318 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 1995 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV | 318 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |