2001 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 6 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 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 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
