1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1958 BMW 502
To start off, both 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 and 1958 BMW 502 were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 BMW 502. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 502 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1958 BMW 502 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2000 | 502 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |