1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 135 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |