1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 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 102 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 6C | Z4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |