1957 BMW 502 vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 502 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
