1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1966 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 540 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |