2001 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 325 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
