1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1968 BMW 2000
To start off, 1968 BMW 2000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
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:
1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1968 BMW 2000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 6C | 2000 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |