1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 54 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 3 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, 2012 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2000 | 118 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 51 L |