1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |