1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 54 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 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 14 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |
