1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 28 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 7 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1972 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | Touring |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
