1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2009 BMW 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2009 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 1750 | 323 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |