1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340.
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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1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1949 BMW 340 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | 340 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1949 |
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 | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |