1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1900 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
