1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 61 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, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 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 10 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
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. 2007 BMW 320 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. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 320 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |
