1954 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C (271 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C.
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. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | 740 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2940 mm |
