1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 56 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), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 735 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.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2006 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1900 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| 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 | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
