1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1949 BMW 340 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 BMW 340. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1949 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfasud | 340 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
