1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 63 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 135 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 53 L |
