1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 1958 BMW 600 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 950 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1958 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 600 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 1710 mm |
