1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 61 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 525 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 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 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 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1900 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
