1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 22 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 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | Touring |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
