1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2008 BMW 730
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 42 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 784 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, 2008 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2008 BMW 730 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. 2008 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2008 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 730 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 88 L |