1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 485 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.
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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 6C | M3 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2442 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |