1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 57 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 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 1 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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.
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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2006 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 6C | M3 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |