1939 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1998 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1998 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 730 |
| Year Released | 1939 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
