1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 44 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2009 BMW 316 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 316 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |