2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
