1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1972 BMW M1
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW M1 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW M1. (177 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1972 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfa 6 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
