1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2004 BMW 318

To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 2004 BMW 318
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model Alfa 6 318
Year Released 1979 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 195 km/hour 218 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 63 L


 

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