1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 58 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, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 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 144 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
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 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 118 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
