1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 BMW 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 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, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 323 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |