1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1973 BMW 3
To start off, 1973 BMW 3 is newer by 25 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 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 130 kg more than 1973 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 | 1973 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 3 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
