1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 61 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 360 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 | 2006 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 630 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
