1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1900 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
