1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1981 BMW 745
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 37 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1944 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. 1981 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1981 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 745 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
