1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1999 BMW 323
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1965 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1999 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 323 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |