1952 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 57 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 286 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. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 525 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
