1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2007 BMW M
To start off, 2007 BMW M 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C.
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 | 2007 BMW M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | M |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
