1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (215 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
