1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 48 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1900 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
