1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1988 BMW Z1
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 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:
| 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1988 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
