1952 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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.
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1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 6C | M3 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |