1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 45 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 330 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |