1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1988 BMW 730
To start off, 1988 BMW 730 is newer by 43 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1945 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1988 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 730 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
