1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfa 6 | 530 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |