1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 62 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series 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 25 kg more than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
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 | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 6C | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2659 mm |