1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2009 BMW 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 29 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2009 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfa 6 | 323 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |