1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1957 BMW 502
To start off, 1957 BMW 502 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,579 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C.
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:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1957 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 502 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
