1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 35 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 479 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, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2001 BMW M3 has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW M3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2600 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
