1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
