1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1996 BMW 520
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1996 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 520 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1496 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |