1947 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1987 BMW 324
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. Both 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C and 1987 BMW 324 are equipped with a 2,443 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 246 kg more than 1987 BMW 324.
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:
| 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1987 BMW 324 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 324 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
