1957 BMW 600 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600.
Because 1957 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | Brera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2530 mm |
