1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 BMW 320

To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 41 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 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model 2600 320
Year Released 1966 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2583 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 193 km/hour 221 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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