1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1986 BMW Z1
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 42 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 502 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
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 | 1986 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |
