1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2003 BMW 318
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1957 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. 2003 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2003 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1900 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
