1952 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1999 BMW 540
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1952 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1999 BMW 540 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 540 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
