1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1991 BMW 325
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1963 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1991 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2600 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
