1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2007 BMW 323
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 57 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 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 520 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, 2007 BMW 323 (230 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 323 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 | 2007 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1900 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
