1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 64 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 500 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 6C | 6 series |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2855 mm |