1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1972 BMW 3
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 126 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
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:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1972 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 3 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
