2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GT | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
