1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 27 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 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 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 185 kg more than 2008 BMW 318.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfa 6 | 318 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |