1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1978 BMW M1
To start off, 1978 BMW M1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1978 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1900 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 116 L |
