1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2007 BMW 323
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 BMW 323.
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, 2007 BMW 323 (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2007 BMW 323 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfa 6 | 323 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |