1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
