2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1983 BMW 316
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (406 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo GT (509 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1983 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 316 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
