2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
