1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 330.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Nuvola | 330 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
