1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1993 BMW 316
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 30 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 61 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 BMW 316. 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1993 BMW 316 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 316 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |