1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1950 BMW 340
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1950 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1950 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 BMW 340 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1965 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1950 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2600 | 340 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
