2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 BMW 316 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2008 BMW 316 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 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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 Alfa Romeo GTV (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | 316 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
