1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1953 BMW 340
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1953 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina should accelerate faster than 1953 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 BMW 340 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
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.
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1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1953 BMW 340 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Berlina | 340 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |